Wautoma Area School District

Coronavirus is very common respiratory illness that can be seen throughout the entire year but is more common in the fall and winter months. This virus has been around since the 1960’s. The illness that is making the headlines is a new form of this virus called 2019-CoV. The signs and symptoms are the same as the Common Coronavirus. To avoid getting this or any other virus, follow good hygiene etiquette and encourage your students to do the same. Signs and Symptoms of Coronavirus and other Respiratory Viruses: -Runny nose -Headache -Cough -Sore throat -Fever -Not feeling well -Shortness of breath, especially when at rest How to prevent the spread of viruses: -Frequently wash your hands with soap and water -Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands -Avoid close contact with people who are sick -Cough or sneeze into your elbow/cover your mouth and nose with a tissue and then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands -Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces as needed -Stay home if you are sick! State Health Agency Responds to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Outbreak: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/012720.htm CDC 2019 Novel Coronavirus: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Stay healthy and wash your hands!

Influenza season has officially started and students out with respiratory symptoms are on the rise. Don't forget to follow these tips when caring for others with flu like symptoms.

Please Note: The Fitness Flurry scheduled on the WASD Calendar for Saturday, Feb. 1, will not be occurring this year. The event was printed in the WASD Calendar that was mailed out in August.

Redgranite A+ is training for A+ Warrior.

Congratulations to our Riverview Literacy Students of the Month! Great job and keep reading!

Parkside students will have the opportunity to buy flowers and candy conversation hearts for their friends and family starting this week. Pre-sales will be happening from January 21st- 31st, with delivery being February 14th. All proceeds will be going to the Herma Heart Center at the Children's Hospital of Milwaukee.

Parkside students will be celebrating No Name Calling Week this week Jan 21st-24th! We can't wait to see the great outfits this week!

The Wautoma Area School District has worked with Project ADAM (Automated Defibrillators in Adam’s Memory), a program of Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin and the Herma Heart Institute, to implement a comprehensive plan to prevent sudden cardiac death. The Heart Safe School designation indicates to the public that the school’s staff is trained and prepared to respond to a cardiac emergency. Heart Safe School Designation includes placement of AEDs within schools, implementation of cardiac emergency response plans and drills, and education of school staff on the warning signs and prevention of sudden cardiac death. AEDs are safe and easy to use, making it possible for non-medical personnel to provide rapid defibrillation for victims of all ages. Project ADAM saves lives by empowering schools and communities to be prepared for a sudden cardiac arrest. Project ADAM programming is implemented in schools across the country and improves the cardiac chain of survival in memory of Adam Lemel, a 17-year-old boy from Whitefish Bay, who collapsed and died while playing basketball at school. According to the American Heart Association, every year there are 326,200 out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Of those, only about 10.6 percent survive. On any given day, approximately 20 percent of a community is in its schools, including students, teachers, staff and family members. A focused effort on cardiac arrest preparedness in schools is critical to protecting our children and others in the community. A sudden cardiac arrest is a condition in which abnormal heart rhythms cause the heart’s electrical impulses to suddenly become chaotic. Defibrillation, which delivers an electric shock to the heart, is the only known treatment to stop this chaotic electrical activity. For every minute defibrillation is delayed, the victim’s chances of survival decreases by 7 to 10 percent. For more information about Project ADAM and how to achieve the Heart Safe School designation at your school, please contact Allison Thompson , Project ADAM Coordinator, [email protected].

Due to the impending snowstorm, all after school activities and events have been canceled this evening, January 17, including A+ After School, practices and clubs. All events are also canceled for tomorrow, January 18.

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Redgranite Elementary School during P/T Conferences February 20-21, 2020. We can't wait to see you there!!

Casey's Rewards lets you turn points earned on everyday purchases into donations to our school! Sign up in the Casey's app to participate.

This week is Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week in the State of Wisconsin. Please STOP! …and show your appreciation!

Redgranite A+ After School students made wreaths in Christmas Crafts Club to deliver to the residents at Preston Place in December.

Chess is a popular option during academic time at Redgranite A+ After School Program. Students were able to learn new strategies and practice them during Chess Club in December.

Riverview A+ is partnering with 4-H to offer three 6-8 week Cloverbud programs this school year. At one session in December, students created animal puppets after learning about various types of animals.

This student doesn’t draw attention to herself, but she does what needs to be done. She is a quiet girl who can easily go unnoticed. But her teacher does notice her. I notice her kindness. Being polite is just a part of who she is and how she treats others. I notice her willingness to work hard. She is successful in math, reading, writing, and all other subject areas because she has a desire to learn new things and she is willing to put the time and effort into achieving greatness in these areas. In addition, she can be counted on to be honest and responsible. I know that she will always do the right thing whether I am watching or not. This student is a true representation of all of the Wautoma Area School District character traits and I am truly honored to nominate Amelia Meckelberg as December's Student of the Month.

Congratulations to the Redgranite students who received an award for showing Empathy.

STEM at RV A+ After School in December included creating igloo sculptures (in 20 minutes) in a small group or with a partner using 20 marshmallows and 20 toothpicks.

Parkside A+ After School students show off their homemade weaving looms from weaving club!

Congratulations to Parkside Spelling Bee Champion Champion Larissa and runner up Addie! There were 24 fantastic participants in today's school wide Spelling Bee for 4th-8th graders!